Job Description
iqx the Technology Division of iqbusiness is seeking an experienced Senior MERN Stack Software Developer to join our team on a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js, with a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance web applications. This is a fully onsite role based in Sandton.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications using the MERN stack
Build robust RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and Express.js
Develop responsive, user-friendly front-end interfaces using React.js
Work with MongoDB to design schemas, optimize queries, and manage data effectively
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, designers, and QA
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers
Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance application performance
Ensure application security, scalability, and reliability
Required Skills & Experience
7+ years of software development experience
Strong proficiency in:
MongoDB
Express.js
React.js
Node.js
Solid understanding of JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript (advantageous)
Experience with RESTful API development and integration
Familiarity with version control tools such as Git